Lecturer / Senior Lecturer (2 positions) (In Nursing) (Job ID : 6186)

UFS; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African university is seeking a qualified Nursing educator to support teaching and clinical supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate students. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering lectures, conducting research, and contributing to curriculum development. A PhD in Nursing and registration with the South African Nursing Council are required. The role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Housing allowance

Study benefits

Qualifications

• PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing for permanent appointment.
• Master's degree on NQF Level 9 in Nursing with requirement to obtain PhD.
• Registered with South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate Nursing modules.
• Provide clinical supervision to Nursing students.
• Conduct research and publish findings.

Skills

Teaching and Learning

Research Publications

Clinical Supervision

Presentation Skills

Strategic Thinking

Education

PhD in Nursing (NQF Level 10)

Master's in Nursing (NQF Level 9)

Bachelors in Nursing (NQF Level 8)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE : Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website : - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered. The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. To avoid upload issues we recommend merging some or all documents into fewer files before submitting.

INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED!

To ensure your application is complete you must submit ALL documents listed under the inherent requirements as well as the following standard documentation :

• A detailed Curriculum Vitae.
• Copies of your qualifications or official proof of qualifications obtained (If you hold foreign qualifications please include SAQA accreditation).
• A copy of your identity document (South African ID or passport for foreign nationals).
• Confirmation of employment in the form of a letter appointment contract service certificate or recent payslip from your current or most recent employer (applicable to external applicants only).

Duties and responsibilities

• Responsible for teaching and learning in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the relevant field. This includes lectures tutorials practical classes (preparation and presentation assessments and seminars.
• Coordinate and lecture modules in applicable fields.
• Provide clinical supervision of students within the applicable field and relevant fields.
• Provide support for skills development within the applicable field and relevant fields.
• Provide supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Contribute to relevant development within the curriculum.
• Maintain a scholarly profile in an academic department.
• Conduct research with research outputs such as publications and presentations of research.
• Participate in national and / or international fora to share research results.
• Identify and access some funding sources to support own research and that of colleagues and postgraduate students.
• Update knowledge and understanding in the field of specialisation.
• Actively participate in the research focus areas of the Department.
• Inherent requirements :

Inherent requirements

Lecturer :

• A PhD degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing (for a permanent appointment)
• A masters degree on NQF Level 9 in Nursing (contract appointment : five (5) years during which a doctoral degree on NQF Level 10 in Nursing MUST be obtained to be converted to a permanent position).
• A Professional Bachelors degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification (attach a copy).
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse General (General Psychiatry Community) and Midwife / Accoucheur (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Nursing Education and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in either Occupational Health Nursing or Peri-operative Nursing Care and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in the delivery of poster or oral presentations at conferences or equivalent activities.
• Provide evidence of manuscripts produced that have the potential to be converted or submitted for publication in accredited journals.
• A good academic record (attach a copy).
• Proven clinical experience after basic training.

Senior Lecturer :

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Nursing.
• A Professional Bachelors degree on NQF Level 8 in Nursing or an equivalent qualification (attach a copy).
• Registered at the South African Nursing Council as a Professional Nurse General (General Psychiatry Community) and Midwife / Accoucheur (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in Nursing Education and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• An additional qualification in either Occupational Health Nursing or Peri-operative Nursing Care and registered as such with SANC (attach a copy).
• Proven experience in teaching undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Nursing.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers at national scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• Demonstrate potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in supervision of graduated masters degree students.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in national and international accredited journals.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher education levels.
• Proven clinical experience after basic training.

Recommendations :

• An additional qualification in any field of specialisation in the Nursing Programme.
• Experience in the higher education environment.
• Experience in grant writing.
• NRF rated.
• Proven experience in the supervision of postgraduate students (for Lecturer).
• Requirements

Requirements and competencies

• Required competencies :
• Results orientated :
• o The ability to set high standards establish tough goals and to work to achieve success.
• o The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
• Strategic thinking :
• o The ability to focus on details work towards perfection and approach work in a neat and organized manner.
• o The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
• Business acumen :
• o The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• o Proficient in using MS Office.
• Leading :
• o The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation energy and enthusiasm.
• o The ability to be cooperative with others display good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions :
• o The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• o The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties

As soon as possible.

Closing date

20 July 2025.

Salary : The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits :

Subject to specific conditions) : pension scheme medical aid scheme group life insurance housing allowance leave and sick leave service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries

For enquiries please feel free to contact or email or . Additionally kindly contact / 9813 / 9810 / 9814 / 2979 for assistance.

General

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence diversity and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : EEA13EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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